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Latest Canterbury vacation rental deals

MOST POPULARChristchurch
Vacation homes from $26
Twizel
Vacation homes from $121
Aoraki / Mount Cook
Vacation homes from $143
Lake Tekapo
Vacation homes from $261

Best Canterbury vacation rentals

Most recommended vacation rentals in Canterbury

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Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch - Christchurch - Living room
Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch
Papanui
8.5Very good(2205)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Spa
$66+
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The Vicarage Geraldine - Geraldine - Bedroom
The Vicarage Geraldine
Geraldine, New Zealand
9.7Wonderful(261)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$198+
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Coastal Ridge Apartments - Timaru - Building
Coastal Ridge Apartments
Timaru, New Zealand
9.0Wonderful(271)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$128+
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Pukaki Air Lodge - Twizel - Bedroom
Pukaki Air Lodge
Twizel, New Zealand
9.6Wonderful(341)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$172+
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West Fitzroy Apartments - Christchurch - Bedroom
West Fitzroy Apartments
Christchurch Central City
8.7Very good(1406)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$110+
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Lake Ruataniwha Holiday Park - Twizel - Living room
Lake Ruataniwha Holiday Park
Twizel, New Zealand
7.8Good(1910)
Parking
$60+
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Mondello Kaikoura - Kaikoura - Bedroom
Mondello Kaikoura
Kaikoura, New Zealand
9.0Wonderful(1117)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$100+
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Southwark Hotel & Apartments - Christchurch - Bedroom
Southwark Hotel & Apartments
Christchurch Central City
8.4Very good(3657)
Free Wi-Fi
$76+
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Mount Cook Station Huts - Lake Tekapo
Mount Cook Station Huts
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
9.2Wonderful(259)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$136+
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Mount Cook Station Shearers Quarters Lodge - Lake Tekapo
Mount Cook Station Shearers Quarters Lodge
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
9.1Wonderful(247)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$135+
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The Nook - Arthur's Pass
The Nook
Arthur's Pass, New Zealand
9.4Wonderful(263)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$150+
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Route79 Holiday Park Geraldine - Geraldine
Route79 Holiday Park Geraldine
Geraldine, New Zealand
8.4Very good(135)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
$68+
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Isolation Bay - Lake Tekapo
Isolation Bay
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
9.7Wonderful(151)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$1,009+
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Homestay In Selwyn Hororata - Darfield
Homestay In Selwyn Hororata
Darfield, New Zealand
$105+
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Tekapo Heights - Lake Tekapo
Tekapo Heights
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
8.3Very good(1151)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$149+
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Omara-more - Omarama
Omara-more
Omarama, New Zealand
8.8Very good(12)
Parking
Pet friendly
$205+
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Low season

August

High season

May

Average price (weeknight)

$139

Average price (weekend night)

$140
Cheapest month to stay with an average 21% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 34% rise in price.
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FAQs when booking a vacation home in Canterbury

  • What is the most popular vacation rental destination in Canterbury?

    Based on KAYAK vacation rental searches, the most popular destination is Lake Tekapo (21% of total searches to Canterbury). The next most popular destinations are Christchurch (21%) and Twizel (15%). Searches for vacation rentals in Timaru (7%), Kaikoura (6%) and Aoraki / Mount Cook (6%) are also popular.

  • How much is a vacation rental in Canterbury for tonight?

    In the last 72 hours, users have found Canterbury vacation rentals for tonight for as low as $27. Search here for similar prices

  • How much is a vacation rental for a week in Canterbury?

    The average price for a weekly Canterbury vacation rental found by KAYAK users in the last 2 weeks is $1,176.

  • How much is a vacation rental for a month in Canterbury?

    The average price for a monthly Canterbury vacation rental found by KAYAK users in the last 2 weeks is $5,040.

  • What types of vacation rentals are available in Canterbury?

    There are loads of different property types that you can make your vacation home in Canterbury. You’ll find bungalows, houses, lodges, apartments, cabins, homestays, chalets, cottages, holiday parks, campgrounds, villas, luxury tents, farm stays, caravans and barns.

  • What are some of the most-loved vacation rentals available in Canterbury?

    There are many types of properties available for Canterbury vacation rentals. If you’re looking for something special, vacation rentals most loved by KAYAK users are Southwark Hotel & Apartments and Aoraki Mount Cook Alpine Lodge.

  • Are there any pet-friendly vacation rentals in Canterbury?

    There are a number of dog and pet-friendly Canterbury vacation rentals, with around 8% allowing you to bring your pet along with you.

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